Will I go to jail if my child support payments are caught up but I was late paying the last 4 months?

The Support Magistrate would have to find you in willful violation and refer it to a Family Court Judge. That Judge would then have to determine...

Can child support be taken when no DNA , blood work has never been done?

Yes, if paternity was established some other way. If you signed the birth certificate or an acknowledgement of paternity, or have otherwise held...

Modifying JOD

File a Modification of Support Petition in Family Court. To prevail you must show a change in circumstances from the facts as they existed when...

If the Judgment and Decree of Divorce do not specify that he can do so, I feel he cannot. That said, one third of $1000 is $333. It will cost far...

What can i do in a situation where my ex husband has not paid any spousal support payments for a yr except the very first one ?

The solution is to file a Contempt Motion in the Supreme Court that handled the divorce. This entitles you to attorney fees. Speak with a qualified...

Modify child support

(1). If the 50/50 split is a new arrangement, it may warrant a reduction in support. The point being you need to demonstrate a change in...

My divorce is already finalized. I'm quit claiming the jointly owned marital property to my ex-husband to have sole ownership.

I agree with my colleagues. The language you suggest is not needed. Have an attorney assist you. The most expensive legal matters are the ones you...

Can a NY court ordered child support case be negotiated between parties and settled wthout court

I agree with attorney Stern. Have a stipulation drafted that will then be incorporated into an Order of the Family Court and will settle the issue...

Do I need a court order to modify child support when my oldest child turns 21?

If your support obligation does not arise from a Support Order issued by the Family Court, I do not think you need to file to modify your...

The father of my children just received an inheritance, can I take him to child support and see if my kids can get any money?

The court MAY allocate a portion of funds from inheritance to the payee parent. (Family Court Act 413(7)(e)(4)). I woudl speak to a qualified...